Regardless of experience or goals, singing is one of the most satisfying and fulfilling forms of expression. Our voice provides a critical link with how we interact with the world and is subsequently influenced by our perceptions of how the world views us. Because of this, the study of voice is about much more than the mere physical production of sounds. Our singing voice is influenced by our lifestyle, diet, emotions, confidence, and stress level, all of which contribute to who we are as a singer as well as benefit from singing.

Towards this end, I am of the opinion that all students of singing should be initially taught a voice technique based upon the classical or bel canto style of singing. Once a firm technique is established, students can then branch off into other preferred styles of singing such as musical theater or jazz. With my knowledge and skill of vocal pedagogy, I will be able to guide them into this transition. Each of us is given a completely unique instrument,...

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I have been playing the guitar for over 20 years. I've been trained in Jazz with a very strong musical theory background but my main passion is popular rock music. Music has always been the greatest passion in my life. In addition to the guitar I also play drums, pedal steel, bass, and piano so I have a good idea of how instruments work together to create music.

I've been playing professionally for the past 15 years touring Nationally and Internationally. I've toured with my own original acts as well as a hired lead guitar player for Shooter Jennings and others. I've also been a studio musician for some time now, hired to play on many different artists' recordings.

I've been a recording engineer and producer so I have a well rounded background in many aspects of music.

Music has always been my true passion. When I was five, I started playing piano using my attuned hearing. Improvising music and utilizing a great number of its variations gave me a great deal of pleasure and became my second nature. When teaching my students, I strive to have them inherit my skills and passion for this wonderful form of art.
Music is a lifetime source of enjoyment and one of the means of developing many important skills such as self-discipline, concentration, imagination, creativity and self- confidence. That's what I have experienced from my childhood through adult.

I am a New England Conservatory graduate, employed for the last decade as the feature pianist at the Polo Lounge in the Beverly Hills Hotel. I am qualified to teach all levels of piano and music theory from the beginner to the aspiring professional. I have taught for the last 20 years and my experience as a performer and recording artist means that I will be able to help you achieve a level of success that you have always dreamed of.

While most 5 year olds were singing along to silly songs, I was entranced by the tribal drumming in the Michael Jackson's "Will you be there". When most Junior High student were listening to, well, whatever made them "cool", I was thinking of what John Lennon meant in his lyrics for "Strawberry Fields Forever." I have always had a deep passion for music that goes beyond the surface. I connect with the very soul of music.

Writing my first song at the age of 7, the creative fire began to use music to express what no other form of communication could. Struggling with the limitations of my vocal abilities at the age of 16, I decided to intensify my study of the voice, taking hundreds of private lessons in such techniques as Bel Canto Vocal Technique, Speech Level Singing(TM), Progressive Vocal Techniques(TM), and others, as well as reading dozens of books and hundreds of research articles on the mechanisms of the voice. While attending (and eventually graduating from) San Diego...

I believe that everyone can sing, it is just a matter of learning how to use your unique instrument. From a very young age I was sharing my love of the arts with others as a performer. I grew up with an immense appreciation for all forms of art and found music to be the ideal way to express myself. My extensive education and performance experience has allowed me to cultivate my skills and knowledge so that I can best support each student on their own unique journey of cultivating their authentic singing voice. As a teacher I feel so lucky to have the opportunity to support students by providing the positive and supportive guidance and experiences they need in order to cultivate their own musical gifts.

Hi! My name is Shannon and I am very excited to be apart of the Take Lesson's team! I think I came out of the womb singing a song! My love of music and eventually performing, led me to recieve my bachelor's in Voice Performance from Missouri Southern State University in my hometown of Joplin, Missouri. While getting my degree, I realized I wasn't quite ready to embark in the professional performing world without a little more education. I went on to recieve my Masters Degree in Musical Theatre from The Boston Conservatory. I moved to LA in the fall of 2009 and fell in love with the weather and the people.

Music is such an important part of my life and I love sharing my knowledge and passion with other people! Not only is learning about music a fun experience, but helps build discipline, confidence, and pride in ones accomplishments no matter how big or small. Music will be in our lives forever! To know more about it will only enhance ones life experience!

Tony has been performing professionaly for over 35 years. When he arrived in Los Angeles in 1969 he studied guitar with virtuoso Jimmy Stewart. Later, he studied with master guitarist George Van Eps.

Tony played guitar with many top recording artist in the mid 1970's. Later, he started to teach formerly at the John Waltrip Music School in Arcadia California. From then on, he set up "Music With Frets," and began to teach privately.

In addition, he is teaching 6th and 7th grade guitar classes at St. Cyril of Jerusalem School in Encino. Tony is a bonded and certified by the LAPD and FBI. Tony finds it very rewarding in helping beginner and advanced students to learn the beautiful music the guitar can make.

As Tony's teacher, George Van Eps taught him to think of the guitar as a "Lap Piano" so Tony does the same. The guitar is a versatile chordal and melodic instrument, and should be taught as such.

In addition to the above, I play guitar and arrange music for...

EDUCATION
I started piano at age 4, and continued study for decades under top talent such as University of Arizona graduate Lynn Moser; Eastman School of Music graduate Randall Fusco; and Claremont graduate Andrea Anderson, PhD. I perform solo and in bands and keep up to date on techniques and the music industry through seminars, showcases and conferences. My own compositions blend classical piano with lyrical electronic music, which I create at Dorothea G. Studio on Ventura Blvd. in Sherman Oaks.

EXPERIENCE
I lend over 20 years of music and academic excellence to helping you realize your musical dreams: teaching, accompanying, performing (solo, ensembles, bands and rock bands), competing, arranging, composing, singing, songwriting and song leading at church.

Some of my qualifications and accolades include scholarship to the University of Rochester (Eastman School of Music), full academic and music scholarships to Hiram College in Ohio; an eight-piano ensemble...

Corinne is a friendly, caring, instructor and provides a stress-free learning environment. All styles, levels and ages are welcome. She teaches pop, musical theatre, classical, and jazz.

Corinne holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Vocal Studies from Michigan State University and enjoys teaching children and adults how to sing. All levels, styles, and ages are welcome. :)

Corinne was a vocal director for Rock and Ridicule, a rock and roll musical performed at the Acme Comedy Theatre in Hollywood. In addition to teaching music privately, Corinne substitute teaches piano and voice at the Hermosa Beach School of Dance and Music.

I make lesson time fun while giving my students a solid musical foundation to grow upon. I teach a variety of styles and methods. I teach piano, guitar, and bass. I also teach ear training, composition, and music theory. If your goal is to have fun playing your favorite music or write your own songs, I can help achieve your goals.
Formal Education
Berklee College of Music Bachelor of Music, Composition
Jay Fredrick Private Piano, Guitar and Theory
Dr. Hugo Norden Composition and Counterpoint
Charlie Banacos Improvisation and Theory
Carol Kaye Bass, Theory and Improvisation

I teach in the LAUSD as well as privately. My students get the results they are looking for.

I've been surrounded by music literally my entire life - both of my parents were professional classical violinists, and my first word was "gig." Before taking up guitar, I'd studied piano and cello; as I focused more on guitar, that also led to interests in electronic music, recording production and engineering, and composition. I went on to obtain a BFA in guitar performance, and have been actively playing, writing, recording, and teaching for many years.

For beginning students, I combine basic playing technique with a solid foundation in musical fundamentals, including standard notation, rhythmic reading, and (when useful) tablature. For more advanced students, my specialty is in applying a number of core concepts (including theory, ear training, and technique) to a wide range of musical styles. I'll typically use examples from rock, jazz, and blues as ways of "connecting the dots" between core music concepts and their real-world application.